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ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation

Understand the fundamentals of privacy information management (PIMS) in line with ISO/IEC 27701, the privacy extension to ISO 27001.

2 daysof training
Foundationentry level
ES · EN · CSlanguages
OfficialPECB exam incl.

Who is this course for?

  • Professionals starting out in data protection management
  • Teams that work with personal data
  • Anyone who wants to understand ISO 27701 and its relationship with the GDPR
  • Professionals preparing for the Lead level

What you'll gain

  • The PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation credential
  • An understanding of the PIMS and its relationship with ISO 27001 and the GDPR
  • The basics of data protection management
  • The starting point for the Lead levels

Course programme

PIMS fundamentals
  • Data protection concepts; ISO 27701, 27001 and GDPR
  • Structure of the standard
Controls and exam
  • Data protection controls (overview)
  • Controller and processor roles
  • Review and official Foundation exam

Exam, credits & certification

1 h
Duration of the official PECB exam
14 CPD
Continuing Professional Development credits granted by the course
Included
Exam, marking and first issue of the certification, included in the price

Once you pass the exam, you can apply for the "PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Foundation" credential. The exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake, usable within the following 12 months. Passing first time is no longer a source of pressure. CPD credits correspond to the course level according to PECB. The exam duration is indicative; ask me for the exact details when you enrol.

Your trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus, PECB trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus

Practising GRC / vCISO consultant · PECB Certified Trainer (CT6496)

More than 20 years in cybersecurity and compliance, today a vCISO and GRC consultant with real clients in France, Spain and Mexico. I don't approach standards theoretically: I apply them day to day with real clients: that's what I bring to my coaching and exam preparation.

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Lead Implementer CISSPCISMCRISCCCISODORA Lead ManagerPCI DSS - PCIP
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prerequisites?
There are no formal prerequisites to take the course. A prior grounding in the field helps, but it is not required.
What language is the exam in?
The official PECB material and exam for this course are available in the languages shown on this page. Coaching is delivered in English to prepare you thoroughly. If you need a specific language, contact us and we will confirm it.
What is the difference between Self-Study and Self-Study + Coaching?
Self-Study gives you the official material, the exam and the certification to progress at your own pace. The coaching option adds one-to-one sessions with me, real-world case studies and guided exam preparation: I support you until you feel ready to get certified. The coaching option includes up to 3 hours of one-to-one video sessions, spread at your own pace over the 12 months of access. See the full coaching programme.
What if I don't pass the exam?
The PECB exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake usable within the following 12 months. So a failure doesn't leave you stranded. What's more, with the coaching option we prepare for the exam together with mock exams so that you arrive with confidence.
What is the link with the GDPR?
ISO 27701 offers a certifiable framework aligned with the GDPR. It's the way to demonstrate, in a structured manner, that you manage data protection well.

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